Associate Attorney with 0-5 years of experience

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Associate Attorney to join its established team in Reno, NV. This position is ideal for a candidate with up to five years of experience who is eager to grow in various practice areas, including trust and estates, taxation, and civil litigation. The firm values intellectual curiosity, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work collaboratively within a supportive and dynamic environment. While prior experience in the firm’s key practice areas is a plus, candidates with diverse legal backgrounds and a drive for self-improvement will also be considered.

Duties:

• Assist senior attorneys in complex legal matters within trust and estates, taxation, and civil litigation.
• Perform legal research and drafting of legal documents, including briefs, contracts, and filings.
• Attend client meetings, draft correspondence, and provide counsel on legal issues.
• Work alongside a team to prepare for trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with other associates and partners on multi-disciplinary legal matters.
• Engage in continued professional development and contribute to the firm’s mission of excellence.

Requirements:

• 0 to 5 years of legal experience, preferably in trust and estates, taxation, or civil litigation.
• Strong academic background, with a preference for candidates holding a Tax LLM, CPA, or judicial clerkship experience.
• Ability to demonstrate intellectual capacity and perform sophisticated legal work.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on teamwork and mutual respect.
• A commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and ethics.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Nevada or eligible for licensure in Nevada.
• Tax LLM and/or CPA certification (preferred but not required).

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Proficient in case management and legal document drafting.
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse team and maintain a positive working relationship with clients.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Knowledge of trust and estates, taxation, and civil litigation procedures is preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for mentorship and career development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment that values professional growth.

This nationally reputed law firm provides legal representation to clients in Nevada and other regions. Its key practice areas include trusts and estates, employment and labor law, health care law, mining law and litigation, construction law and litigation, business and civil litigation, government and administrative law, and related areas. The firm, originally founded in 1972, is one of the oldest law firms in the state. Its office is located in Reno, Nevada.